POSITION TITLE: Student Peer Specialist
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Full-Time
This position is responsible for the daily services provided under BRIDGES’ Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) for Students with Disabilities Program. Provide Case Management and Peer Support for youth, ages14 – 21, in the Pre-ETS Program whose purpose is to provide services that prepare youth for successful long-term employment consistent with their strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choice. Provide youth with supplemental supports to overcome gaps related to specific barriers, and to foster post-secondary success.
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:
General
- Social Services or Human Services BA or 2 to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bilingual preferred
- A valid NY State Driver’s License or a reliable transportation source to travel locally
- Must be able to travel locally and regionally for trainings
Job Specific
- Ability to communicate with School Districts, Colleges and Universities, Community-based Organizations, Training Programs, Juvenile Justice Programs, and Foster Care Agencies
- Must be available some weekends, evenings, and while school is not in session
- Must have life experience in order to guide and support youth with disabilities
- Must be person-centered and passionate; able to build relationships, provide positive reinforcement and empowerment
- Maintain a creative, flexible, non-judgmental approach
- Strong ability to set boundaries and clear expectations
- Demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Efficient with time management and strong organizational skills
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a member of a case management team
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
- Satisfactory background check required